Slavery Abolition Day in Guadeloupe takes place every May 27. The holiday also extends to other Caribbean nations once colonized by Europeans, who were notorious for enslaving Indigenous peoples and subjecting them to unspeakable atrocities. On Slavery Abolition Day, citizens attempt to confront their past. Those subjugated by serfdom or other forms of involuntary servitude also mark this important date. The day reminds us of humanity’s cruel history and our efforts to ensure that it doesn’t repeat itself.
Battle of Las Piedras
The Battle of Las Piedras on May 18 is one of the most significant public holidays in the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. On this day in 1811, Uruguayan revolutionaries led by the inimitable José Gervasio Artigas defeated Spanish imperialists, paving the way for the country’s independence. Las Piedras was no ordinary battleground — an increasingly weakened revolution in Latin America depended on it. Victory at Las Piedras symbolized the power of popular resistance. For perhaps the first time in a long time, the suppressed people witnessed new possibilities and horizons. Artigas and his men gave hope to indigenous populations everywhere. The spirit of Las Piedras boosted revolutionary efforts, resulting in the creation of an independent Uruguay.
Sauvignon Blanc Day
Sauvignon Blanc Day is celebrated in New Zealand and other countries around the world on May 6 and it’s a day dedicated to tasting and enjoying Sauvignon Blanc wine. Restaurants and wine tasters promote the event on social media, giving out suggestions of meals that pair with the wine and other tasting tips for beginners and even experts in the wine community. Read on to learn more about this popular white wine that is bound to grace any celebratory occasion.